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  1. Path to Management at new organization

    EmeraldStar posted a topic in Nurse Management

    Hello fellow nurses, I would appreciate any guidance you can spare about the career path I should take to return to work. I've tried getting mentorship through ANA but it's fallen through twice....

  2. Calling all New Grad Nurses

    EmeraldStar replied to B217's topic in California Nursing

    1) 14 months (passed NCLEX in June 2013) 2) Yes 3) Received offer of employment a few weeks before graduating 4) N/A 5)

  3. [Med/surg] What are top 5 drugs your floor uses?

    EmeraldStar replied to icarr757's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In addition to the meds already listed, I frequently give Sennakot or

  4. WGU Sept 2014..Anyone??

    EmeraldStar replied to nurse2fnp's topic in Western Governors University

    It looks like a few of us are starting this fall! We should have a support group! I was originally aiming to start the RN-MSN Leadership on Oct. 1st but with how quickly the admissions process has...

  5. San Diego California

    EmeraldStar replied to mica wykes's topic in California Nursing

    Expect mid 30s/hr. It's definitely enough for a single person to live on, even more so if you have roommates. My coworker is doing just fine renting on his

  6. What age did you complete your BSN or ASN?

    EmeraldStar replied to mee9mee9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    ADN: 27 yo in 2013 RN-MSN: Goal is to earn this degree by end of

  7. San Diego City College ADN 2014

    EmeraldStar replied to dukesmama's topic in California Nursing

    Congrats on your acceptance dukesmama! City College has a great program and boasts a very high NCLEX pass

  8. Nursing Salary Survey 2014

    EmeraldStar replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    Geographic location - Southern California Pay rate - $35.25/hr In which area / specialty do you work? - Telemetry What type of license do you have (RN or LPN)? - RN What type of degree and/or...

  9. How many scrubs do you own?

    EmeraldStar replied to Mell101's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was working per diem so I got by with only 2 sets for the first 3 months of working. I have purchased 4 more sets and 2 coordinating tops since I will be working full-time soon, which brings my...

  10. Starting Salary [new grad]?

    EmeraldStar replied to clandestine-approach's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    New grad ADN working in a hospital in SoCal for

  11. Want to schedule but NO AVAILABLE DATES?

    EmeraldStar replied to elievalkyrie's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    How often have you checked Pearson Vue for test dates? New dates can become available daily as people reschedule their exams so don't lose

  12. What brand of scrubs do you prefer?

    EmeraldStar replied to kstrac13's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I prefer the sizing and softness of Grey's Anatomy. I really wish they offered a wider range of prints. I had my heart set on buying cute prints for nursing but unfortunately, the only tops that fit...

  13. CNA jobs San Diego

    EmeraldStar replied to KMLSanDiego's topic in California Nursing

    If you don't need to work immediately, then I suggest petitioning to take the CNA certification exam after you finish the first semester of nursing school. Some hospitals may be willing to consider...

  14. Scripps new grad program summer 2013

    EmeraldStar replied to EMTcap's topic in California Nursing

    My panel consisted of Mercy SD, CV and Encinitas, and I received an offer from CV DOU and Encinitas M/S. I'm leaning toward Encinitas because I prefer M/S over

  15. Scripps new grad program summer 2013

    EmeraldStar replied to EMTcap's topic in California Nursing

    Congrats SoCalRN and kamsmom for getting offers to the DEU! I just got a call with 2 offers for the New Grad Residency program, so the notification process has

  16. Scripps new grad program summer 2013

    EmeraldStar replied to EMTcap's topic in California Nursing

    It states the number of openings in the job

  17. Scripps new grad program summer 2013

    EmeraldStar replied to EMTcap's topic in California Nursing

    If you've applied to Scripps and completed the TalentMine assessment within the last 12 months, your results should be submitted once you log in. This was the case for me last week. The simulation...

  18. Getting a job offer way before graduation?

    EmeraldStar replied to MzTayTay's topic in General Students

    Great

  19. Accepted into City College or Palomar by the point system???

    EmeraldStar replied to aschm's topic in California Nursing

    I don't think they disclose the actual point cut-off during their info session or over the

  20. Accepted into City College or Palomar by the point system???

    EmeraldStar replied to aschm's topic in California Nursing

    Like Qtip, I also was accepted for the semester I applied for and wasn't on the waitlist prior to applying. The application deadline was December 1st (for Fall

  21. Anyone on the waiting list get a letter from San Diego City College?

    EmeraldStar replied to OnTheWaitingList's topic in California Nursing

    Thanks for the reassurance luv2bake! I appreciate the insight you have given so

  22. New NS, What's your first "nursing shoe" gonna be?

    EmeraldStar replied to BelleNscrubs04's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't like the look of clogs or Crocs so I bought some New Balance 410 walking shoes. I'll have some time to break them in before I start school. Hope they work

  23. ADN programs around San Diego?

    EmeraldStar replied to brbowen9's topic in California Nursing

    No, I was accepted under their new multi-point

  24. ADN programs around San Diego?

    EmeraldStar replied to brbowen9's topic in California Nursing

    There's also San Diego City College. I'll be starting there on Aug. 22nd. The courses are going to be taught in a new building across the street from the main campus, which to me is a

  25. Grossmont ADN application

    EmeraldStar replied to PeekaPooh's topic in California Nursing

    see my responses in purple